Charles Fenno Hoffman, New York, autograph letter signed to R. W. Griswold, 28 June 1842

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Title:
Charles Fenno Hoffman, New York, autograph letter signed to R. W. Griswold, 28 June 1842
Description:
Encloses the proofs of the "Song" [and "Ben Blower's Story"] and describes the origin of the tale. Relates a recent conversation with [Charles] Dickens, in which he called Dickens's attention to Griswold's writings and attitude towards copyright.
Author:
Hoffman, Charles Fenno, 1806-1884
Addressee:
Griswold, Rufus W. (Rufus Wilmot), 1815-1857
Date:
June 28, 1842
Format:
Manuscripts
Letters/Correspondence
Location:
Boston Public Library
Rare Books Department
Box 8, Ms. Gris. 529 (shelf locator)
Collection (local):
Rufus W. Griswold Papers, 1834-1857
Subjects:
American literature--19th century--History and criticism
Authors, American--19th century--Correspondence
Authors and publishers
Poets, American--19th century--Correspondence
Dickens, Charles, 1812-1870
Extent:
1 item
Permalink:
https://ark.digitalcommonwealth.org/ark:/50959/6h444643x
Terms of Use:
No known copyright restrictions.
No known restrictions on use.
Language:
English
Notes:
Title supplied by cataloger.
Notes (acquisition):
This collection was donated to the Boston Public Library by Mrs. Rufus Griswold in 1900.
Notes (date):
Date from item or from supporting materials.
Accession #:
Ms. Gris. 529
Barcode:
39999085429080